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Make Trump the Loser on Super Bowl Sunday | Common Dreams
The NFL’s decision to remove the slogan End Racism from the end zone during the Super Bowl, coming as it did with Trump’s announcement that he will be attended the game, has half the country in an uproar. Exhibit A that racism has not ended is the fact that Trump is again President. Racism is like pornography, you know it when you see it. There’s a lot of talk about how to react to the NFL’s cowardly decision to suck up to Trump. Many have decided to just not watch the game.
Holy Scandal-rooski! What You Won't Learn From State Farm's NFL Playoff Ads | Common Dreams
With NFL playoffs about to begin, State Farm Insurance will be constantly running commercials in which multimillionaire Kansas City Chiefs coach Andy Reid and his multimillionaire star player Patrick Mahomes belittle themselves by using their fame to personally cash in instead of using it like, say, did, to address an issue of social significance. True to form, the NFL blackballed Kaepernick but at least he maintained his dignity.
A Dangerous Pipeline and Why Pete Buttigieg Would Be a Bad Choice for
ENVIRONMENT - President Joe Biden lost a lot of support, especially among young voters and climate voters, when he approved the foolish Willow Project. The Mountain Valley Pipeline (MVP) was equally unpopular with those groups but they rightfully placed most of the blame for that project on Sen. Joe Manchin (D-W.V). What a lot of people, including reporters, don’t realize is that Pete Buttigieg, as Secretary of Transportation, had (and still has) the power to stop MVP.
A Dangerous Pipeline and Why Pete Buttigieg Would Be a Bad Choice for VP | Common Dreams
President Joe Biden lost a lot of support, especially among young voters and climate voters, when he approved the foolish Willow Project. The Mountain Valley Pipeline (MVP) was equally unpopular with those groups but they rightfully placed most of the blame for that project on Sen. Joe Manchin (D-W.V). What a lot of people, including reporters, don’t realize is that Pete Buttigieg, as Secretary of Transportation, had (and still has) the power to stop MVP.
Biden, Buttigieg, and the People in MVP’s Blast Zone Got Lucky
When water pressure blew a gaping hole in the Mountain Valley Pipeline on May 1, folks living near the right of way must have had many mixed reactions—anger, fear, outrage, I told you so, even relief. Relief that it happened now before the pipeline becomes highly pressurized with methane gas. If the 42-inch pipeline ever explodes at 1,480 pounds per square inch of gas pressure, it will be like nothing we have ever seen. Anyone nearby will likely not survive.
Biden, Buttigieg, and the People in MVP’s Blast Zone Got Lucky
ENVIRONMENT - When water pressure blew a gaping hole in the Mountain Valley Pipeline on May 1, folks living near the right of way must have had many mixed reactions—anger, fear, outrage, I told you so, even relief. Relief that it happened now before the pipeline becomes highly pressurized with methane gas. If the 42-inch pipeline ever explodes at 1,480 pounds per square inch of gas pressure, it will be like nothing we have ever seen. Anyone nearby will likely not survive.
Biden, Buttigieg, and the People in MVP’s Blast Zone Got Lucky | Common Dreams
When water pressure blew a gaping hole in the Mountain Valley Pipeline on May 1, folks living near the right of way must have had many mixed reactions—anger, fear, outrage, I told you so, even relief. Relief that it happened now before the pipeline becomes highly pressurized with methane gas. If the 42-inch pipeline ever explodes at 1,480 pounds per square inch of gas pressure, it will be like nothing we have ever seen. Anyone nearby will likely not survive.
SLAPP This, MVP… If You Dare | Common Dreams
The builders of the Mountain Valley Pipeline are bringing frivolous multi-million dollar SLAPP suits—or strategic lawsuits against public participation—against pipeline protesters in an attempt to bully them into being quiet. If only they would slap one here, because this vastly underreported coating issue really needs a lot more publicity. But that’s precisely why I doubt that they will.
Lawsuit Against Mountain Valley Pipeline Activists Sets an Alarming Precedent
This story was originally published by Prism. A legal battle currently unfolding in southern Virginia will set the stage for future environmental protests. A Montgomery County Circuit Court judge signed an order on Nov.
To Stop LNG and CP2, Start with MVP
Cutting to the chase—on January 12, 2018, Robert Cooper, senior vice president of engineering and construction for the Mountain Valley Pipeline, testified in U.S. District Court for the Western District of Virginia. This part of his testimony (on p. 101) came right after a map of MVP’s route was entered into evidence.
To Stop LNG and CP2, Start with MVP
Cutting to the chase—on January 12, 2018, Robert Cooper, senior vice president of engineering and construction for the Mountain Valley Pipeline, testified in U.S. District Court for the Western District of Virginia. This part of his testimony (on p. 101) came right after a map of MVP’s route was entered into evidence.
Pete Seeger Would Have Fought the Mountain Valley Pipeline
Last week’s climate march and actions, coupled with the annual Farm Aid concert, brought back fond memories of Pete Seeger. Ten years ago, at age 94, Pete dragged his long, lean, tired body 130 miles upstream from his Beacon, New York, home to the 2013 Farm Aid concert in Saratoga. His sole purpose for going was to sing an anti-fracking verse he had just written to Woody Guthrie’s “This Land.” Pete had long been a part of New York’s powerful grassroots anti-fracking movement.
Pete Seeger Would Have Fought the Mountain Valley Pipeline
Last week’s climate march and actions, coupled with the annual Farm Aid concert, brought back fond memories of Pete Seeger. Ten years ago, at age 94, Pete dragged his long, lean, tired body 130 miles upstream from his Beacon, New York, home to the 2013 Farm Aid concert in Saratoga. His sole purpose for going was to sing an anti-fracking verse he had just written to Woody Guthrie’s “This Land.” Pete had long been a part of New York’s powerful grassroots anti-fracking movement.
Cp2 News and Opinion
A: “This pipeline’s purpose is to connect gas supplies, predominantly in southwestern Pennsylvania and north central West Virginia, with other markets in the country by traversing the route that’s shown and connecting into Transco’s interstate system. And from there, the suppliers or owners of the gas can market it to the various markets up and down the Eastern Seaboard and over to the Gulf Coast or into Florida.” Q: “And you mentioned the final termination point is Transco.
Will the Mountain Valley Pipeline Safety Order Have Teeth, and Does Biden Care?
President Joe Biden has been busy lately in Hawaii and Florida dealing with after-the-fact disasters linked to fossil fuels, but there’s a fossil fuel disaster-in-waiting that he also needs to pay attention to and so far he hasn’t. Two thirds of the way through his term, he still has not bothered to nominate an administrator to lead the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, or PHMSA.
Will the Mountain Valley Pipeline Safety Order Have Teeth, and Does Biden care?
President Joe Biden has been busy lately in Hawaii and Florida dealing with after-the-fact disasters linked to fossil fuels, but there’s a fossil fuel disaster-in-waiting that he also needs to pay attention to and so far he hasn’t. Two thirds of the way through his term, he still has not bothered to nominate an administrator to lead the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, or PHMSA.
Climate Activists Must Prioritize Front Lines Over Metropolitan Rallies
This weekend, only a few hundred activists will come to Appalachia to support the people directly impacted by the still unfinished 303-mile fracked gas Mountain Valley Pipeline (MVP) through their participation in trainings, anti-pipeline actions and a music festival. But in a month, thousands and thousands will descend on New York City to demand that President Joe Biden declare a climate emergency and end all new fossil fuel projects.
President Biden, Make MVP Stop Using Defective and Illegal Pipe!
Adam McKay could make a horror movie and he wouldn’t have to make up a single thing. On August 19, 2000, two extended families were camping next to the Pecos River in New Mexico, just a few miles north of the Texas border. An hour before sunrise, as birds were beginning to sing, some of the 12 campers (seven adults and five very young children) may have been up early but most were probably still in their sleeping bags. All were oblivious to the hellscape that was about to envelop them.
Obama’s Solicitor General Has Pivoted to Defending Climate-Killing Pipeline
One of the highest-ranking U.S. government attorneys under the Obama administration leveraged his public service experience to successfully defend a natural gas pipeline, which is set to hasten global warming while threatening vulnerable communities and ecosystems along its route. Donald B. Verrilli Jr., solicitor general from 2011-2016, is the lead counsel for the holding company behind the Mountain Valley Pipeline (MVP) on a petition to the Supreme Court filed on July 14.
Mountain Valley Pipeline Construction Moves Forward Thanks to Supreme Court
The U.S. Supreme Court on Thursday lifted a pair of lower court orders that temporarily halted construction of the Mountain Valley Pipeline, a 300-mile fracked gas project that has long been a top priority of Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin, a close ally of the fossil fuel industry.
Biden’s Mountain Valley Pipeline and the Titan Submarine Disaster
GUEST COMMENTARY - When President Biden agreed to the debt deal in May, the Mountain Valley Pipeline (MVP) became his pipeline. Climate scientists tell us it’s exactly the wrong thing to be building in 2023 but the president fast-tracked it anyway. He may claim that his hands were tied by Manchin and the Republicans who were willing to hold the economy hostage if they didn’t get their way. But no one is tying the President’s hands when it comes to an important safety measure regarding MVP.
Biden’s Mountain Valley Pipeline and the Titan Submarine Disaster
When President Biden agreed to the debt deal in May, the Mountain Valley Pipeline (MVP) became his pipeline. Climate scientists tell us it’s exactly the wrong thing to be building in 2023 but the president fast-tracked it anyway. He may claim that his hands were tied by Manchin and the Republicans who were willing to hold the economy hostage if they didn’t get their way. But no one is tying the President’s hands when it comes to an important safety measure regarding MVP.
Biden’s Mountain Valley Pipeline and the Titan Submarine Disaster
When President Biden agreed to the debt deal in May, the Mountain Valley Pipeline (MVP) became his pipeline. Climate scientists tell us it’s exactly the wrong thing to be building in 2023 but the president fast-tracked it anyway. He may claim that his hands were tied by Manchin and the Republicans who were willing to hold the economy hostage if they didn’t get their way. But no one is tying the President’s hands when it comes to an important safety measure regarding MVP.
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Stretch of Enbridge Line 5 Pipeline to Shut Down on Tribal Land, Judge Orders
The Canadian oil company Enbridge has been ordered to pay the Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa $5 million in damages for trespassing and to gradually shut down part of its Line 5 pipeline in Wisconsin after a federal judge found that the company has placed the tribe’s sacred land at risk of an environmental disaster.
Activists Risk Arrest - and Smoke Inhalation - to Fight Mountain Valley Pipeline
A thick haze covers the White House as hundreds of people, including myself, stand on President Joe Biden’s front steps, masked to protect our lungs from Canadian wildfire smoke and holding signs calling out the Mountain Valley Pipeline (MVP) in West Virginia as more fuel for future wildfires.
Biden Debt Ceiling Deal Clears Way for Climate Killing Mountain Valley Pipeline
After thwarting a last-minute bid to strip out language mandating approval of the Mountain Valley Pipeline, the U.S. Senate late Thursday passed legislation that would raise the debt limit and avert a default.
Sacrifice Zone Communities Push for a Just Transition in Arizona
Skip to content Skip to footer No amount of funding can bring water back, but other actions can offer accountability for the region’s exploitation. There are energy eventualities we know for certain. Coal production has been in decline for decades. Mines have been stripped of their underground deposits, meaning there’s simply less coal to dig out. Natural gas, long deemed coal’s competitor, is cheaper to produce.
Pipeline Companies Use Expired Materials to Cut Costs, Flouting Regulations
“Ductile” is not a word you come across very often. It means flexible, and it’s written in the federal register as a result of the Natural Gas Pipeline Safety Act of 1968, which required the Department of Transportation (DOT) to develop and enforce minimum safety regulations for the transportation of gases by pipeline. Those regulations became effective in 1970.
The Top Trends in Bathroom Remodeling for Gig Harbor Homes
Browse Articles » Business » The Top Trends in Bathroom Remodeling for Gig... by Bill Bowyer Kitchen & Bathroom Remodeling Contractor A bathroom renovation can transform the look and feel of your home, adding value and improving functionality. If you are planning a bathroom remodel in Gig Harbor, it's important to stay up-to-date on the latest trends and design ideas. From luxurious spa-like features to modern and minimalist designs, there are many options to choose from.
Harbor Cross Construction: Your Trusted Gig Harbor Contractor
Browse Articles » Home & Family » Harbor Cross Construction: Your Trusted Gig... by Bill Bowyer In the scenic community of Gig Harbor, Washington, finding a reliable general contractor is paramount for any home improvement project. Harbor Cross Construction stands out as a trusted name, delivering quality services that go beyond expectations. Whether you're in need of general contracting, kitchen renovations, or bathroom remodeling in Gig Harbor, this construction firm has you covered.
Maximising Space and Functionality: The Benefits of Custom Cabinets in Gig Harbor
Browse Articles » Business » Maximising Space and Functionality: The... by Bill Bowyer Kitchen & Bathroom Remodeling Contractor A home's design isn't just about aesthetics; it's also about functionality. One of the most essential parts of any house, be it the kitchen or the bathroom, is storage. With the burgeoning demand for personalised spaces, custom cabinets have emerged as the top choice for homeowners. Gig Harbor residents, in particular, have recognized their immense benefits.
Types of Home Renovations that add value to Your Home
Browse Articles » Business » Types of Home Renovations that add value to... by Bill Bowyer Kitchen & Bathroom Remodeling Contractor Contrary to popular opinion, homeowners don’t undertake renovation projects solely to sell their properties. Some invest in remodeling to make their homes look great. However, we cannot deny that remodeling projects enhance your house’s value. You cannot tell what is likely to happen tomorrow. You might sell the property for a good reason.
Will a Tar Sands Pipeline Become a Covid Super Spreader?
Minnesota boasts about being The Land of 10,000 Lakes. Yet somehow the Walz administration has issued the water quality permit necessary to build a 337 mile long tar sands pipeline, Line 3, across the entire northern breadth of the state, which is also known as, yes, Lake Country. Science tells us that any new tar sands pipeline is a disaster for the climate.
Can Bernie Sanders or Bart Starr Jr.-or Anyone-Save Nate Woods From Execution?
Thanks to a Supreme Court that's "making Jim Crow great again," thousands of Texas voters endured insanely long lines on Super Tuesday in the wake of the GOP's recent shuttering of 750 polling sites, largely in growing communities of color, in what critics call "voter suppression, plain and simple." Still, Hervis Rogers waited over six hours to cast his vote at 1:30 a.m. because "I wasn’t going to let anything stop me." Good man. But damn: Our rights shouldn't come that hard.
Take a Knee for Separated Children
Journalist Dan Rather no doubt spoke for millions of Americans when he recently tweeted: "This story gnaws at my soul. How could we let this happen in our name?" He was talking about the more than 400 children, some younger than 5, who were taken from their parents at the southern US border and still remain separated five months later, with no end in sight.
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